Georges Brassens Philips 45 rpm vinyl record vintage retro black sleeve

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Description

This 45 rpm vinyl record features a sleeve illustrated with a black and white portrait of Georges Brassens, displaying a sober and striking graphic style, typical of French productions from the second half of the 20th century. The artist's name, "georges brassens", appears in yellow letters on a black background, accompanied by the titles "Le grand chêne", "Le fantôme", and "L’épave", also in yellow, aligned to the right. The Philips label logo is visible in the upper left corner, confirming the original pressing under this iconic label.

The sleeve shows a clean layout with a dominant black, enhanced by the use of bright yellow for the text, giving the whole a retro yet elegant aesthetic. Brassens' photographic portrait is rendered in a half-profile, accentuating the depth and texture of the visual, while the surface of the sleeve shows some reflections and light signs of wear, typical of old vinyl records.

On the lower right part of the sleeve, the inscription "PHILIPS" in yellow capitals stands out clearly against the dark background. No other visual, logo, or mention appears on the visible side of this sleeve. The whole rests on a white lace doily, creating a sharp contrast with the wooden table, but these elements do not concern the item offered.

This 45 rpm record is a simple vinyl format, highly appreciated for its practicality and widespread use from the 60s to the 80s. It is a vintage item, ideal for lovers of French music and retro design. The side shown displays neither major tears nor significant stains, but does show slight marks from handling or storage, without affecting the legibility of the graphic or textual elements.

The overall typography and graphic style, as well as the mention of the Philips label, clearly place this vinyl within French production of the second half of the 20th century, probably between the 1960s and 1970s, a period when Brassens was particularly active and when this type of visual was commonly used.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Sleeve with light signs of wear visible on the front, with no major apparent tears. Vinyl untested.

Did you know? Georges Brassens released many 45 rpm records under the Philips label, which was one of the main French record publishers in the 1960s and 1970s. Minimalist and contrasted sleeves, like this one, are representative of the artistic direction of the time, favoring the highlighting of the artist and the titles.

AFW Reassurance

Fast and careful shipping, professional packaging adapted to ensure the safety of the vinyl during transport. Professional seller specializing in antique and vintage items.

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